(Step-by-Step) How I Made My Short Film (and how you can make one too)

After many requests, it's finally been done! Guides, designs, speedpaints, tips and advice, life stories - a full look behind the scenes of my most recent BFA2 short film, Blood Bound.
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🍁 FREE Excel Sheets Sample for Short Films:
- Shot List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/...
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[MY FILMS]
🦋 BFA2 Film (Psychological Thriller, Horror, Romance): • BLOOD BOUND | Animated...
🐯 BFA1 Film (Slice of Life, Family, Coming of Age):
• TIGER. | Animated Shor...
💌 Experimental Short (Romance, Coming of Age):
• a love letter - Experi...
[MY KEY LINKS]
🌞 Instagram: / zaccr.9
🌼 Twitter: / zaccr_9
🍂 My portfolio website: lylyhoang.weebly.com/
⌚️[TIMESTAMPS]
00:00 Intro
01:41 Step 1 | Idea
03:01 Step 2 | Scripting and Writing
06:04 Step 3 | Storyboards
06:45 Step 4 | Visual Development
11:12 Step 5 | Production Schedule, Shot Checklist, Shared Drive
14:06 Step ? | Problem Arises..
15:25 Step 7 | Animation
16:41 TVPaint vs Harmony (Technical)
19:10 Step ?? | War and Chaos...
20:03 Step 7 | Directing
20:40 Step 9 | Aftermath
21:13 ANNOUNCING BLOOD BOUND 2!
21:39 Outro
GET IN TOUCH:
🍵 If you’d like to talk, I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to email me at [e-mail]. I’ll try my best to reply to you! 😼
It's my first time doing this narration type, so my mic might be a bit hard to pick up on - please turn on captions!
Also, feel free to ask any question in the comments! 💗

[@NukaColaLight]

This video is a very practical look at how to do a movie step-by-step. So many "behind the scene" are more filmed diary entries than actual "this is how we did it". I'm impressed at your capacity for organization too lol. I'm sure it got very messy to actually put the film out there but being able to break down every tasks and actually go through all of them is such an accomplishment. Congrats on making your films and thanks for this video.

[@pabloherranz1795]

As a Non artist, this is actually really interesting. I wish to see more of this, as well as that sequel that sounds so good.

[@Luekirt2]

Your conversion to the art cult begins now

[@pabloherranz1795]

@@Luekirt2 that I Don't Know How to make art doesn't mean I Can't enjoy it. Hoped on the train long ago pal

[@Luekirt2]

@@pabloherranz1795 bruh it was a joke, chill💀

[@pabloherranz1795]

@@Luekirt2 oh, sorry if I sounded rude. I just wanted to clarify, just in case.

[@lbear416]

@@pabloherranz1795nah bro your good

[@ISmellSarcasm]

As someone who can't afford film or art school, I appreciate this so much! TT0TT

[@cartoonskpop3075]

I have seen some "making an animated movie bts" but none of them really gave out the steps of what is needed to do and the experience of how it actually feels doing it. Not to mention sharing a full comprehensive guide for scheduling, cooperating with others and collecting references for colorscripts. Can't wait for bloodbound 2, thank you so much for all the help! Your art is absolutely amazing, had me totally speechless!

[@AlbertoGomez-oi5ou]

beutiful words, everybody has a story and unique life, your community wants you and needs you ❤❤❤

[@bluespark777]

This is really helpful, i've been mostly doing shorter animatics but now im inspired to try making longer animations

[@annafang858]

I take this as a sign from the universe!! It's time for a non art student to do thisssss (has been a dream of mine to make a short film that I'm actually proud of, not something I had to do in a rush for at school in the past) Thanks for the guide!!

[@thisIsfluffy]

I'm working towards a short film myself. Wish us both good luck!

[@ELEMENO_J]

Thank you so much for this and all the explanations! It's really good insight into what goes into making a short film and the things that you need to consider. I love looking at your amazing work AND process so much, it's so so good to learn from and I really really appreciate it a lot, rooting for you the whole way! 💛

[@RileyManifold]

It's this kind of concise yet thorough explanation that makes making something seem actually feasible. Thank you for all the thought that went into showing the process as simple and followable.

[@Maze_is_bored]

Thank you for sharing your process! Seeing how Blood Bound was created was super cool and inspiring! I would love to see a video on storyboarding ❤

[@Here_have_a_Flower]

AHHHHHHHHH THIS EXPLAINS SO MUCH ABOUT SHORT FILM PRODUCTION!!!!! This will help so many people (and mine too, not now, but someday) and I can’t wait for Bloodbound 2!!!!

[@Oxtorayk]

I made a short film back in 2015 and i've been kicking myself to make another one throughout all these years. This was very inspiring, i feel like i could start something new today. Thanks!

[@thegrimwilds]

I would love to see a video on storyboarding! This is a great video and this helps me figure out my projects for animations and short films!❤❤❤

[@joemps]

I’ve been thinking of starting an animation shortfilm but never thought it to be a doable goal, and then right as i’m about to swush it off this video comes on my timeline hahaa! Thank you for the helpful tips, and congrats on your shorts! They look so very delicious

[@fanime1]

I already started on an animation, but this will be my biggest personal project. These tips are really helpful as I'm used to working in teams and having deadlines, but now I only have myself to hold accountable.

[@Nymitri]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!! Its seriously such a privilege to see your process behind the film, this was like an angel coming down and bestowing pure wisdom, thank you for the great tips and concise and comprehensive video ;)

[@tmarinart3455]

Thank you so much for this information! You are the first person to actually share their google doc with an example so I deeply appreciate it!

[@carleaux]

thank you so much for sharing your process! i've been planning on making a short film and quite overwhelmed on where to start, but this gave me an idea! thank you again!

[@polarangelz]

Thank you so much I really needed this video since I’ve been planning on starting animation I’m really grateful for your breakdown and the ressources 🙏🏾 (also I can’t wait for the sequel blood bound is literally one of my favorite animations)

[@user-js3bx6ti2h]

THANK YOU for this video! It breathes so much confidence into us for pursuing our ideas. We would definitely learn A LOT from a video on storyboarding ! Thank you in advance!

[@bluline.]

This is an amazing guide!! Love ur films and appreciate all this amazing advice!

[@anshul_008]

This is super helpful and inspiring!! Thank you for sharing your process :)

[@TeddyBearX329]

BRO THIS IS ACTUALLY HELPFUL THXX U SO MUCH I REALLY LIKED YOUR SHORT FILM WAS SO AMAZING MAN KEEP IT UP :D

[@user-pp1qd7ee3i]

Thank you so much I really needed this video since I’ve been planning on starting animation I’m really grateful for your breakdown and the ressources (also I can’t wait for the sequel blood bound is literally one of my favorite animations)

[@jollyollie2126]

I am working on an animation project right now and this video came up in my feed... WOW this is AMAZING thank youuu! :D

[@ThevanamachaConde]

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!! I am working on storyboarding, and I’m realizing I should go back to script write and create the vis dev. The organization files are AMAZING. thank you !!!

[@nhiam6021]

I havent watched the entire video but from the outline of it, i can tell its super helpful. I have been finding ways to make my own animation and this video is almost the most comprehensive guideline

[@LaurenKong_]

Ah! So excited to hear more about the sequel!

[@mymelomemi]

woah i loved that short film sm

[@Hoagdiem]

thanks so much I'm a huge fan of you cảm ơn cj vì chị đã làm ra animati chất lượng như này em rất cảm kích vì cj và đội ngũ làm phim siêu chất lượng như cj❤

[@reomooreasan]

Blood bound was really cool to see. I want get into an art based gymnasium and hopefully if I get in and might have to do an animation I'll remember this vid, really cool to see your proccess!!👍🏻

[@user-th4wu6uf1s]

very clear.i can feel your journey.thx

[@recreepy]

Your way of making film really is impressive.

[@ell_chaos4606]

aa thank you for sharing this, as another student studying animation, this is amazing to watch!!

[@darksushiroll]

Wish you the best with the sequel! Good job on everything. Amazing work ☺️🙌

[@chereallycreates]

This was super insightful, thank you so much! Your work is top tier, and seeing as you applied these tips yourself makes it all the more fascinating to watch. 👏🏾 I'd love to see your take on storyboarding!

[@heyryanisonx3141]

wow this is absolutely amazing, thank you so much!

[@nhale6195]

As a vietnamese, this makes me proud of my own people

[@Jojo-xg2kr]

Thanks for uploading this might check it out when I have the time I’m still looking forward to doing animation myself but still need more time to figure what I’m going to do with my life so thank so much

[@Ruen_Kafka]

Follow your dreams gurl !!! I'll always here to surport you !!!

[@fukurokun33]

This is soooo helpfull!! Was waiting for someone from calarts to share their excel sheets 🫢 that production pipeline progress checkup sheet is really helpful for a team !!! Thank u for sharing ur process!!! 🙌🏻 🙌🏻

[@Awkward-]

AH OFC IM SUBSCRIBING!! The dedication into your short film ahhh I would love to stick by for p2!! …I suddenly feel the need to get over my long overdue schedule.. life really would be bliss if I could stick to it this time 😭

[@kajjohnson5373]

I believe a video on storyboarding would be awesome!!!! Yours look really good, and it’s also something I feel I’m struggling with still.

[@Dinoafied]

You are a gem! I'm an amature animator who's starting on a film but I have no idea what I'm doing XD This has been so exceptionally helpful, thank you!!

[@CRocha-wt5np]

I can't thank you enough for this!!!

[@stutimudgil1277]

Honestly. Bless you.

[@adss5576]

Love this as I am also looking to start this as a beginner. Thank you for sharing.

[@toppynaoh2129]

I barely comment but I love ur film sm

[@romulo560]

This is fantastic, and very very helpful, thank you. I didn't know most of this stuff!

[@selamd7279]

We need more of this

[@MayMN]

You inspired me! I might try making one in the summer ❤

[@mannyultima5861]

You have completely inspired me thank you!

[@mspeacepanther]

I need this, so thank you so for making this ❤❤❤

[@mosy6666]

THANK YOUU 💗💗💗💗💗

[@user-ev7jw1kj8u]

Thanks for sharing your experience..it was so helpful !

[@blueboba8572]

Bro this style is a fire bro so cool 🔥

[@skyria_]

Im starting making a short animated moive, and thank you so much!! This was really helpful

[@aldo]

I love how you got some references or inspiration from The Handmaiden, it's one of my fav films, and great video btw! :)

[@skuzastny]

learned a lot from this! thanks for sharing!

[@hindox222]

Thank you so much, this is very helpful ❤

[@cinny5027]

Thank you so much for this video!! I'll be doing my final animation project this year and this is suuuper helpfull! (hoping i'll stick to the schedule hahah)

[@cyah7639]

Thank you for this videoo!!! I've been waiting!!! I love your animation sm i kept going back to watch regularly 😭😭

[@cyah7639]

Also id love a video on storyboard!

[@Anxiety_relief640]

Could you please tell me which apps to use

[@krampus5531]

This is really awesome! Lat year i wanted to make ahort film for the Animator's Guild contest when i heard about it (fucking june) and realised i *had only two months to make a 2 minute film* after i did some minor pre-production, looked at the insane work schedule i wouldhave to keep, and just quit lol. Now i still won't be able to start a project like this, this year, because i'm working on a comic and it won;t be done until after Dec-Jan, way after the start date for the contest >< But an animated film/series is something i would love to do, even without the contest. One of my favorite parts of Blood Bound was the colors and lighting, it was so polished and pretty, really unlike what you normally see in short film animations. It's cool to see that is one of the details you actively focased on. Thank you SO MUCH for this guide, i really needed an example of a pipeline/work schedule for animation because my process is stupid and messy, even though it has improved with doing my comic XD Excited for the Blood Bound sequel. Good day to you :))

[@sdk_anim1150]

Another Zaccr banger fr fr

[@ifeelgreatdiscomfort8265]

YOOO THIS IS SO COOL :D

[@alpha8here]

thank you so much for this!!!

[@nekobubblee7524]

absolutely lovely video so so so helpful!! I would love a video on storyboarding ill eat that shi up thank you sm

[@drawinmonkey]

THIS WAS SO HELPFUL, pls a video on storyboarding would be amazing

[@hagarahmed2824]

Thank you so much ❤

[@rebwl4450]

I would love a video on storyboarding!

[@Lavenderiss_]

You gave me so much inspiration to do my own video💛💛🌷🥰 thank you so much for the detail process🍀🦋🌷 love from VietNam✨💛🐳

[@nikapolish]

Thank you!

[@angelicaalmodovar9540]

Thank you for sharing! 🌻 ❤

[@Leon-qh9br]

thank you so much I made one short film in my life now in the animation industry but want to make some shorts waiting for procreate dreams to some out

[@jjvoiceovers22]

Really really great tips and advice for starting off in the film industry! The audio on your voice gets a little quiet from time to time, but I was still able to make it out! 10/10

[@boohuynh4230]

Mình rất thích và rất vui vì có người tạo ra chúng, cho những người khác xem và trải nghiệm. Kênh đã truyền cảm hứng cho mình thực hiện ước mơ vì mình cũng muốn làm phim. Tuyệt vời cho cái ❤ nè!

[@thantronghien9461]

You're amazing

[@althae_the_dino]

Ahahahahah I got three month to make a short film about welcoming strangers. Time to get started ! Video really helpfull ! I'm going to try to do my best in this super short amount of time ...

[@diesira3]

Can't wait to become a multi billionaire off my short film like Zaccr! :D

[@matthewglenguir7204]

Tnx for the insightful video

[@witchy4486]

Why are you inspiring me to make my own film right now

[@hell.kstudio]

Definitely incredible :D

[@limpaika]

It was hard to hear you here sometimes, but thank you for this video! I always wanted to do a short film, I have so many story ideas but i cant write, i have very visual mind and i am not good at using words, more pictures. ❤❤❤

[@heyryanisonx3141]

also a video on just storyboarding would be amazing :D

[@thebamboofairyn.t.t2671]

Thank you so much for the guidance Em cảm ơn chị rất nhiều, videos chia sẻ kiến thức này rất bổ ích, cảm ơn chị đã dành thời gian tạo ra videos này

[@JMPT]

Ultra Nice 👍

[@Cloud_Effect]

10/10 Content Guys

[@rafaneves3477]

I loved!

[@JaliceTheShort]

im panicking im supposed to make a short film for school im absolutely thankful i found this oh my god

[@nhatphung98]

Cám ơn bạn rất nhiều vì đã ra video này ❤

[@sayukibox]

😮 yay ❤

[@Toonie.ToonsTian]

AAAH, IM EXCITED FOR THE SEQUEL! It was kinda confusing for me to understand all your steps, but I'm sure that's not your fault. Things have to be explained to me over and over again until I get it, lol. I I think I got the gist of it down.

[@Rp-wt7uz]

fantastic video with helpful tips! I would’ve loved a gore or blood warning for the beginning as I haven’t seen the short film and was pretty spooked to see someone bleeding out 😅

[@Doctor.kuncha]

I likee your voice and tone haha ❤

[@Ion0X]

After looking at your first short film and then looking at the image for the sequel. All i can say is i hope justice gets served.

[@lunalovescake5874]

🗿Thank you art Jesus, now I need 80 different vids on how to use Clip Studio paint animation. Also I'm the most disorganized person so that schedule thing will not work on me. 😅god tear info

[@luissantiago5163]

So damn bomb. Gnarly

[@23th5_kpop]

hóng phần 2 của blood bound ạ, anw giọng đọc tiếng anh của chị thật sự rất hay ý

[@lethaotran2057]

thank u

[@UsaKou02]

Cảm ơn chị đã chia sẻ kinh nghiệm a.